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Some, But Not All: How the North Carolina Planned Community Act affects Pre-1999 Planned Communities

Written By Justin M. Lewis

In 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly enacted the North Carolina Planned Community Act ("Act") as Chapter 47F of the North Carolina General Statutes.  The Act was intended to establish certain rights for prope…

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What's in a Name Anyway? Trademark Basics for Community Associations

Written By Erica B. E. Rogers

This article explores the essentials of trademark rights, their relevance for community associations, and the balance between protecting these trademarks versus respecting the free speech of homeowners. I. What is a Trade…

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Legal Pause: Preliminary Injunction on Corporate Transparency Act Enforcement

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin and Matthew A. Jones

On December 3, 2024, in the matter of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc., et al. v. Garland, et al., the U. S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas (Sherman District) issued a preliminary injunction against the Corporate…

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Securing Your Legacy: How Marital Estate Rights and Divorce Impact Your Estate Plan

Written By William S. Durr, Melody J. King, and Zachary F. Lamb

Once married, spouses acquire a number of rights in and to the estate of the other spouse.  Marital estate rights create the potential for catastrophic consequences should a spouse pass away at a time when the partie…

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Death and Taxes for North Carolina Business Owners

Written By Jennifer V. Boyer and Matthew W. Thompson

Changing tax laws, political uncertainty, and the whole family at Thanksgiving can take us on a roller coaster ride of ups and downs.  But savvy business owners (and their estate planning counsel) know that – in…

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Reflections from the 2024 AJEI Summit: A Focus on Appellate Innovation and Integrity

Written By Chris S. Edwards

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the 2024 Appellate Judges Education Institute (AJEI) Summit in Boston, Massachusetts. The Summit was an enriching experience, offering deep insights into the evolving dynamics of…

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